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MURRAY RIVER HOUSEBOAT
HOLIDAYS
Representing over 100 houseboats along the
Murray River, the Houseboat Association is
your one-stop shop for prices, availability and
bookings. Simply log onto our website or
make just one phone call to 1300 665 122.
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www.houseboatbookings.com
RIVERBEND CARAVAN PARK
RENMARK
On the banks of the glorious Murray River,
featuring riverfront cabins and caravan sites,
there could be no better place to experience
all the Riverland has to offer than Riverbend
Caravan Park at Renmark.
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www.riverbendrenmark.com.au
RIVERGLEN MARINA
Offers a huge variety of houseboats for
hire. Located only one hour from Adelaide,
Riverglen Marina is the perfect place to
start your houseboat holiday. We offer boats
from two–twelve berths, suiting all budgets
and desires.
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Phone: (08) 8532 1986
WAIKERIE CARAVAN PARK
Only 90 minutes from Adelaide, Waikerie is
the Gateway to the Riverland. With a new
park opening in early 2017, this makes the
Waikerie Caravan Park the perfect place to
stay and explore everything that the Riverland
has to offer.
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Phone: (08) 8541 2651
Avoca Dell Drive, Murray Bridge
via Mitchell Avenue – Loddon Road
Ph: (08) 8532 2095
Email: admin@avocadell.com.au
www.avocadell.com.au
Member of the Top Parks
• Villas • Ensuite cabins • Sites • Budget rooms
• Camp kitchen • Minigolf • Playground
• Undercover barbecue area • Pet-friendly
• Peaceful location • Overlooking Murray River
• Under new ownership
AVOCA DELL CARAVAN PARK
Where to
STAY
There are many ways to experience the region
from the deck of your own houseboat, on a
family-run farm or perhaps at one of the many
camping and caravan sites. The choice of
accommodation is as varied as the landscapes
that you’ll encounter in your travels here.
For many people staying on a houseboat is
the only authentic way to experience the
Murray River. These vessels come in all styles
and sizes to suit couples, families and larger
groups. Houseboats are available at a number
of locations, including Renmark, Loxton, Berri,
Morgan, Blanchetown, Waikerie and Murray
Bridge; no boating experience is required, just
a valid driver’s licence.
Those who prefer sleeping on dry land will find
plenty of affordable options, including tourist
parks, caravan parks, campsites and a large
number of waterfront holiday houses. Known
locally as shacks, many enjoy river frontage
and are usually equipped with all the modern
conveniences including comfy beds, modern
kitchens, televisions and barbecues.
Bed and breakfast and farmstay
accommodation are two other options.
Lyrabendi Farmstay in Tailem Bend offers peace
and quiet on their 76 acre farm. A number
of historic cottages have been converted
into B&Bs, while several homesteads, like
Pompoota Homestead, have now opened their
doors to guests.
The range of caravan parks, camping grounds
and tourist parks is equally impressive.
Choose from modern tourist parks or more
rustic camping grounds. Most established
sites offer powered and unpowered sites –
some also have air-conditioned cabins and
permanent ’glamping’ tents. Those who want
to venture off the beaten track can camp at the
Chowilla Game Reserve, Murray River National
Park, Coorong National Park and Ngarkat
Conservation Park.
Travellers looking for something more
exclusive should consider The Frames,
located on the banks of the Murray River
near Renmark. This property consists of three
architect-designed retreats, each equipped
with a gourmet kitchen, open plan living room,
spa and sauna, and private deck. Guests
can choose from a number of private tours,
including a sunset gondola cruise.
Meanwhile Pike River at Lyrup offers the
choice of five luxury waterfront villas or a fully
refurbished woolshed. Each of the eco-villas
are quite distinct, but all offer the highest
quality fittings and fixtures – and stunning river
views. The property aims to be sustainable
with its own solar farm and innovative water
conservation system.
Lake Bonney,
Barmera